Automotive State of The Union

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1218: Kyle Mountsier and Chris Reeves jump into the middle of December to talk about the all-team in-person meeting that More Than Cars had this past week. Then they talk about a simple act of giving back. Carla Cosenzi, Presi...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1217: Ionna ramps up charging despite slumping EV demand, VW rethinks its electric strategy with range extenders, and a Waymo ride turns into a delivery room as a newborn arrives before first responders. Show Notes with links:...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1216: Today we dig into the tightening-but-shifting new-car inventory landscape, explore Nissan’s bold attempt to rediscover its “North Star”, and watch Target leapfrog competitors by baking full-on AI shopping directly into C...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1215: Today we break down why monthly payments keep climbing despite improving fundamentals, VinFast’s shrinking U.S. footprint as it pivots overseas, and VaynerMedia’s Anti-Trend Report showing why trend-chasing is officially...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1214: Asbury sets the stage for its next leadership chapter, Ford teams with Renault to regain momentum in Europe, and the President’s kei-car wish sparks a reality check on what it would take to bring microcars to U.S. dealer...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1213: Today we’re talking Scout’s aggressive service-first launch strategy, Carvana’s stunning rise past Detroit’s giants as it joins the S&P 500, and Waymo’s shift from polite AV to confidently assertive city driver. Show Not...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1212: Today we welcome our good friend Ed Roberts onto the show, to catch up on his new role and how he’s approaching the challenges of 2026. Show Notes with links: A major leadership shift is underway at Bozard Ford Lincoln, ...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1211: Today we break down fading dealer confidence heading into 2026, hear how Mazda’s retail-led strategy is boosting margins despite tariff headwinds, and look at why holiday shoppers are leaning on real human reviews over i...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1210: President Trump moves to unwind fuel-economy rules, hybrids surge while EV sales stumble across major brands, and OpenAI hits “code red” as the AI race heats up. Show Notes with links: The Trump administration is prepari...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1209: Today, we remember and honor Tim Kintz for the massive impact he’s had on the automotive industry. Plus, we welcome in John Bozella, President and CEO for the Alliance for Automotive Innovation as we get set to cover the...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1208: Today we’re joined by guest host Todd Caputo and break down why car buyers are finally pushing back on pricing and how BMW and Audi are muscling into the booming off-road segment. Show Notes with links: American car buye...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1207: Paul and Chris come to you on this Black Friday to talk about our favorite part of this season, how dealers are giving back. West Herr stepped up big this week, donating 1,400 turkeys and bags of Thanksgiving essentials ...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1206: Happy Thanksgiving from the More Than Cars Crew! Today, we're talking about our Thanksgiving plans and what we're thankful for this year. Most of all, we're thankful for you, everyone who is living out the More Than Cars...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1205: We break down how automakers are strengthening supply chains, why Stellantis is pushing out in-car ads, and what’s driving up the overall cost of Thanksgiving this year. Show Notes with links: After five years of nonstop...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1204: Scout Motors accelerates toward 2027 as test mules and plant prep hit major milestones. Amazon’s push into vehicle retail gains real traction with new brands and first-time buyers. And Target rolls out a strict “10-4” gr...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1203: Autonomy expands its EV subscription fleet with new brands, Foxconn doubles down on becoming a global EV battery powerhouse, and the U.S. labor market enters a “Great Freeze” that’s keeping both hiring and firing on ice....

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1202: Day 2 from Automobility LA at the LA Auto Show, and we host Amit Chandarana, CEO of Curbee to talk about how there are now 16 independent repair shops to every 1 franchise dealership.. Plus, Paul and Kyle get gifts to we...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1201: Today, we’re coming at you from sunny Los Angeles, where we’ll be hosting interviews at Automobility LA at the LA Auto Show. We look ahead to all the conversations we’re going to be able to have, plus Kyle gives us a rec...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1200: Paul sits down with Brian Benstock for a focused conversation on how AI is reshaping dealership roles, why strong leadership matters in uncertain markets, and how competition, democracy, and global collaboration all infl...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1199: Ford launches CPO sales on Amazon—but the dealer keeps the keys. Plus, Hyundai teases a high-riding electric concept for the off-road segment, and Netflix pivots to a massive experiential retail strategy. Show Notes with...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1198: Audi taps Scout Motors to build its first U.S.-made SUV, the used-car market cools while EVs heat up, and Ford trades “The Glass House” for a high-tech headquarters built for its next century. Show Notes with links: Audi...

Shoot us a Text. On this Saturday episode, Paul and Chris highlight how NADA Academy students and staff collected over 13,000 new socks during their Socktober campaign to support shelters across Virginia and Washington, D.C., showing how future dealers...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1196: Today we’re talking about Mazda finally going all-in on EVs, Impel investing in the next wave of auto-tech innovation, and Chery’s viral stair-climb stunt that went downhill…literally. We’ll be at Automobility LA at the ...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1195: Toyota doubles down on hybrids with a $14B battery bet. Waymo hits the freeway ahead of Tesla in the autonomy race. And OpenAI unveils a “warmer” GPT-5.1 with customizable personalities and smarter responses. We’ll be at...

Shoot us a Text. Episode #1194: Today we’re talking about the next generation of car buyers shaking up the F&I office, Jim Farley’s humbling EV teardown that’s reshaping Ford’s strategy, and BYD’s jaw-dropping megafactory in China that’s literally larg...